Engineering Manager

OverviewEngineering Manager (FE) - Video Storyline (Remote ANZ)Join the team redefining how the world experiences video. We are building a brand new team — Video Storyline — to lead the charge in AI-driven video editing experiences.Where And How You Can WorkOur flagship campus is in Sydney, with a campus in Melbourne and co-working spaces in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. We embrace flexibility — you choose where and how you work best with your team.What You'd Be Doing In This RoleWe're building a new surface from the ground up. Video Storyline will support complex video generation on desktop — including beat-syncing, intelligent timing, and creative composition — powered by AI and designed for everyday users. You will lead and grow a high-performing frontend team focused on AI-powered video editing, deliver intuitive editing surfaces, build expressive tools for sequencing, timing, and audio / visual storytelling, with technical leadership on interaction patterns, and define and own the frontend technical roadmap. You will champion frontend excellence — performance, responsiveness, and usability.Leading and growing a high-performing frontend team focused on AI-powered video editingDelivering intuitive new editing surfaces that simplify complex creative tasksBuilding expressive tools for sequencing, timing, and audio / visual storytellingCollaborating with technical leadership to explore new interaction patternsDefining and owning the frontend technical roadmapChampioning frontend excellence — performance, responsiveness, and usability You're Probably a Match IfYou have a strong frontend background (TypeScript) and experience building rich, interactive toolsYou've worked on creative tools — ideally in video, gaming, audio, or similar interactive mediaYou understand the unique demands of building for mobile and large-screen experiencesYou're product-minded and passionate about helping people create, even if they're not "technical"You know when to simplify — and how to translate technical complexity into user delightYou've coached and developed engineers and love seeing your team thriveYou're comfortable working in a fast-moving, R&D-style environment where ideas are tested, iterated, and shipped quicklyYou have a bias to action — you move ideas forward even when everything isn't perfectly defined About The GroupThe Video group is building the future of video at Canva — from fast, social-first formats to cinematic storytelling surfaces powered by AI. We're on a mission to make professional-quality video creation accessible to everyone, not just designers or editors. We're focused on building intuitive tools that help users create standout content without needing to learn complex timelines, keyframes, or editing workflows. Whether it's through smart templates, automated beat-syncing, or AI-generated scenes, we're reimagining video editing from the ground up — so anyone can go from idea to publish-ready video in minutes. What's In It For YouWe offer a range of benefits to set you up for success in and outside of work. Here's a taste of what's on offer : Equity packages - we want our success to be yours tooInclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carersAn annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & moreFlexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, and to rechargeCheck out lifeatcanva.com for more info. QualificationsA degree is not mandatory but users must demonstrate a very strong command of computer science fundamentals to be successful in the role.Seniorities and EmploymentSeniority level : Not ApplicableEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Information TechnologyIndustries : Software DevelopmentInterviews are conducted virtually. We celebrate all types of skills and backgrounds at Canva. When you apply, please share your pronouns and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr